The Cavern is Exeter's longest-running independent live-music venue, an intimate basement room at 83–84 Queen Street (EX4 3RP) that has been putting on gigs since 1991. Famously, Muse, Coldplay and Biffy Clyro all played here in their earliest days. After a devastating fire in 2016 the venue was lovingly restored by the community that refused to let it die, reopening in 2017. Its roughly 220-capacity programme leans towards indie, punk, post-punk and alternative — emerging UK and European bands sharing the bill with more established acts in genuinely up-close shows. The space runs as a café (11am–4pm), with gigs typically 7pm–10pm and club nights 10pm–2am, and a full in-house PA. Both original acts and covers find a home here.
Exeter · Every Monday · No fee listed
The Cavern Open Mic
Exeter's Monday-night free open mic at 83 Queen Street, EX4 3RP — basement music venue, full backline, in-house engineer, 12-minute slots.
Next night: Mon 16 Nov. Kick-off 20:00. No fee listed.
Nearby open micsUpdated 13 November 2026
At a glance
Checked 2 Sept 202620:00
Kick-off
Mondays
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| Night | Every Monday |
| Sign-up | Ask the host |
| Slot | Ask the host |
| Entry | No fee listed · 18+ |
| Backline | Full backline |
01 — Inside the room
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| Capacity | c. 150 standing |
| Performer types | Musicians |
| Website | cavernclub.co.uk |
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03 — The night
Every MondayHow the night runs
20:00
Kick-off
MondaysRunning order
20:00 Kick-off
23:00 Last songs
04 — Find The Cavern
City CentreGetting there
83 Queen Street,
City Centre, Exeter EX4 3RP
City Centre, Exeter EX4 3RP
The nearest station is Exeter Central (rail station), about 5 minutes' walk away.
05 — What's on stage
6 provided| PA system | Provided |
| Drum kit | Provided |
| Guitar amp | Provided |
| Bass amp | Provided |
| Keys / keyboard | Bring your own |
| 3 vocal mics | Provided |
| In-house engineer | Provided |
06 — About
City Centre, ExeterAbout the night
The Cavern is Exeter's longest-running independent music venue. Monday open mic uses the basement stage with full backline.
180 minutes, 15 acts at 12 minutes.
Sign-up process
Sheet at the bar at 7:30pm. Walk-in.
Getting there
83 Queen Street, EX4 3RP. 6 minutes from Exeter Central.
The venue
Basement gig venue. 18+. Capacity c. 150.
The Cavern is Exeter's longest-running independent live-music venue, an intimate basement room at 83–84 Queen Street (EX4 3RP) that has been putting on gigs since 1991. Famously, Muse, Coldplay and Biffy Clyro all played here in their earliest days. After a devastating fire in 2016 the venue was lovingly restored by the community that refused to let it die, reopening in 2017. Its roughly 220-capacity programme leans towards indie, punk, post-punk and alternative — emerging UK and European bands sharing the bill with more established acts in genuinely up-close shows. The space runs as a café (11am–4pm), with gigs typically 7pm–10pm and club nights 10pm–2am, and a full in-house PA. Both original acts and covers find a home here.
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City Centre · Every Monday
The Cavern Open Mic
Exeter's Monday-night free open mic at 83 Queen Street, EX4 3RP — basement music venue, full backline, in-house engineer, 12-minute slots.
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- Apr 2026
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- 2 Sept
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- No fee
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The Cavern Open Mic — Quick Facts
The Cavern Open Mic runs on Mondays at The Cavern in Exeter, starting at 20:00. Below: when it runs, sign-up and slots, the stage kit and how to get there.
Open mic status Last checked 2 Sept 2026
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Music starts around 20:00, finishing about 23:00. Full backline is listed, so you can travel light - bring your instrument, pedals and breakables.
Next nightMon 16 Nov · 20:00Starts in 3d 12h 24m
Age18+
Capacityc. 150 standing
BacklineFull backline
Sound engineerIn-house, included
Directory statusBeing verified
Member votes0 to get the venue on GigXchange
Websitecavernclub.co.uk
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NightMondayEvery MondayNext: Mon 16 Nov
Starts20:00until 23:00
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About This Open Mic
The Cavern is Exeter's longest-running independent music venue. Monday open mic uses the basement stage with full backline.
180 minutes, 15 acts at 12 minutes.
Sign-up process
Sheet at the bar at 7:30pm. Walk-in.
Getting there
83 Queen Street, EX4 3RP. 6 minutes from Exeter Central.
The venue
Basement gig venue. 18+. Capacity c. 150.
The kit on stage — equipment and backline at this venue, verified regularly.
PA systemProvided
Drum kitProvided
Guitar ampProvided
Bass ampProvided
Keys / keyboardBring your own
3 vocal micsProvided
In-house engineerProvided
The Night at a Glance
How The Cavern’s Monday night runs.
Next nightMon 16 Nov · 20:00Starts in 3d 12h 24m
Kick-off20:00Every Monday
Music ends23:00Last act finishes
How often
Every Monday
Coming up
Mon 16 Nov · Mon 23 Nov · Mon 30 Nov
Kit
The Cavern provides a PA system, 3 vocal mics, a drum kit, a guitar amp, a bass amp and an in-house sound engineer; bring your own keys.
First time here?
Arrive early to get your name on the list, tune up before you go on.
Find The Cavern
83 Queen Street, City Centre, Exeter EX4 3RP
Address83 Queen Street
AreaCity Centre, Exeter
PostcodeEX4 3RP
DirectionsOpen in Google Maps →
Getting there
The nearest station is Exeter Central (rail station), about 5 minutes' walk away. The Cavern is in City Centre, Exeter — use EX4 3RP for sat-nav, taxis and ride apps. Check the venue's website for parking and the nearest station before you set off.
Open mics nearby
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Station data: NaPTAN, Department for Transport (Open Government Licence).
Planning Your Monday Night
Get there early to sign up for a slot. The open mic runs until about 23:00. Full backline is provided — just bring your instrument and pedals.
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Full backline: drum kit, guitar amp, bass amp, PA and vocal mics, plus an in-house sound engineer. Bring your own instrument and pedals.
Slot length varies — check with the host.
No entry fee is listed for The Cavern's open mic - most open mics are free to play and to watch, but check with the venue before you go. Browse Exeter open mics.
Yes — full bands welcome and the backline is set up for it.
83 Queen Street, City Centre, Exeter EX4 3RP.
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The nearest station is Exeter Central (rail station), about 5 minutes' walk away. For sat-nav and taxis, the postcode is EX4 3RP. (Station data: NaPTAN, Department for Transport, Open Government Licence.)
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10 — What's on at The Cavern
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